Other Vehicle Registrations in Nebraska

Certain vehicles that are not standard cars and trucks have different registration requirements. Some, such as ATVs and snowmobiles, don't need to be registered at all. Others require a VIN assignment first, such as with custom-built cars. RVs and trailers are registered in the same manner as standard vehicles, except that their fees are based on their weight in addition to their county of residence.

Recreational vehicles often follow different registration and titling rules than cars or motorcycles. Before you take a trip to the Nebraska
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), be sure you can categorize what your vehicle is and know what to bring with you, or find out if you even need to go at all.

All-Terrain Vehicles

You
don't have to register all-terrain vehicles, or ATVs, in Nebraska.

Unless the driver is crossing the road or using the ATV for agricultural purposes, it's illegal to operate an ATV on public roads in Nebraska; therefore, registration is unnecessary.

Titling ATVs

If you purchased your ATV new after
January 1, 2004, you must title it. If you purchased it before that, titling is optional. Considering the title proves you own the ATV, it's a good idea to go ahead and have it titled.

Once you register your Nebraska snowmobile, you'll receive a certificate of registration and a decal. Secure the decal to the upper right half of your snowmobile's hood.

Registration is valid for
2 years; it will expire on the last day of September 2 years after it was issued. It gets renewed just like a regular vehicle registration.

Trailers

You must register your trailer if you plan to use it on Nebraska public roads.

The registration process is similar to that of
registering a vehicle. Fees depend heavily upon the size and weight of the trailer as well as how you plan to use the trailer, i.e., commercial, contract, or personal use.

NE Motorhomes and RVs

If you own a recreational vehicle (RV) or motorhome in Nebraska, be sure to register it with the NE DMV. You will follow the same steps as you would to register a regular car. For more information, visit our
Registering a Car in Nebraska page.

The fees you'll need to pay will depend on your vehicle and the county you live in.

Custom-Built Vehicles

Before you can register your custom-built vehicle in Nebraska, you'll need to have it titled first. The first step is to have your
vehicle inspected and obtain a vehicle identification number (VIN). Once you've passed the inspection, you'll be given a VIN and a signed inspection form. You'll need to take this form as well as the following documents to a NE DMV office to apply for your title certificate: